1965 Moretti Coupe vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 1983 Renault 5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 5 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (24 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 5 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1965 Moretti Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti Coupe. (39 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Moretti Coupe | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Moretti | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | 5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 51 L |
